Overview

A lot has changed in Major League Baseball since the last World Series concluded on October 30. The offseason has brought about significant roster upgrades, especially through free agency and trades.

The following players have made the most impactful moves, changing teams to bring fresh hope to their new clubs.

1. Juan Soto, OF, New York Mets

• Soto has joined the Mets after securing the richest contract in MLB history (15 years, $765 million).
• Key Points:
  • Exceptional batting skills and a bright future in the sport.
  • Potential defensive concerns but expected to continue producing top-tier offensive stats.

2. Corbin Burnes, RHP, Arizona Diamondbacks

• Former NL Cy Young winner signed a six-year deal worth $210 million to bolster the Dbacks’ rotation.

3. Kyle Tucker, OF, Chicago Cubs

• Tucker was traded to the Cubs and adds significant depth and offensive capabilities.

4. Garrett Crochet, LHP, Boston Red Sox

• Coming off a breakout season, the Red Sox view Crochet as a vital piece for their rotation.

5. Alex Bregman, INF, Boston Red Sox

• Signed to a three-year deal worth $120 million, Bregman is expected to adapt to various positions.

6. Blake Snell, LHP, Los Angeles Dodgers

• Snell joined the Dodgers on a five-year pact worth $182 million and brings a wealth of strikeout potential.

7. Max Fried, LHP, New York Yankees

• Fried’s contract with the Yankees is expected to enhance their pitching staff.

8. Willy Adames, SS, San Francisco Giants

• Newly acquired Adames aims to maintain his powerful offensive presence in the Giants’ lineup.

9. Devin Williams, RHP, New York Yankees

• Williams, now with the Yankees, excels with high strikeout rates and versatility as a closer.

10. Nestor Cortes, LHP, Milwaukee Brewers

• Cortes was a key piece in the trade that sent Williams to New York, providing solid depth for the Brewers’ rotation.